Hardy Bougle Lightweight III Fly Reel 8 down-locking swaged and knurled slide

down-locking swaged and knurled slide band reel-seat

but results in a strong

Serial number is #EF137 and is listed in the 1947 ledger as an 8 1/2' 3pc Browntone Fly rod

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Hardy Bougle Lightweight III Fly Reel 8 down-locking swaged and knurled slideFor sale here is a Hardy Bougle Lightweight III fly reel in used but excellent condition. Unquestionably one of the most beautiful reels ever produced by Hardys. The neat design of the original Bougle combines with the appealing tear drop porting to produce a reel that deserves to be in any collection. This Hardy Lightweight III measures 3" across the pillars. The reel can be used left or right handed. In a bronzed grey colour with silver spool. Made